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Global X Global Sustainability Leaders Index ETF (ETHI) and BMO MSCI ACWI Paris Aligned Climate Equity Index ETF (ZGRN) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that ETHI focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Information Technology, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary, while ZGRN leans towards Information Technology, Financials, and Communication Services. When evaluating costs, ETHI features a management fee (MER) of 0.64%, compared to 0.25% for ZGRN. Performance-wise, ETHI has returned 2.87% year-to-date with -$7 M in net flows, whereas ZGRN is at 8.04% with +$2 M. Use the comparison tool below to benchmark these funds across top 10 holdings, yield, sector weights and historical returns.
NAV Performance and Flows
Key Data
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ETHI
ZGRN
| AuM | $95.27 M | $7.28 M |
| Management Fees | 0.64% | 0.25% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.65% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | 0.07% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 8, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | ETHI | +1.63% | +6.49% | +2.87% | +10.73% | +42.28% |
ZGRN | +1.08% | +11.04% | +8.04% | +22.56% | +71.51% | |
| Flows | ETHI | -$1 M | -$3 M | -$7 M | -$17 M | -$25 M |
ZGRN | -$1 M | -$1 M | +$2 M | +$2 M | +$3 M |
ETHI vs ZGRN exposure
Countries
ETHI
USA
72.16%
Japan
7.27%
Other
20.56%
ZGRN
USA
65.48%
Other
34.52%
Sectors
ETHI
Information Technology
46.18%
Financials
16.17%
Consumer Discretionary
12.56%
Health Care
11.31%
Other
13.79%
ZGRN
Information Technology
34.83%
Financials
14.91%
Communication Services
8.96%
Consumer Discretionary
8.89%
Health Care
8.11%
Industrials
7.73%
Other
16.58%
As of June 8, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
ETHI
BROADCOM LIMITED
8.22%
NVIDIA
6.77%
APPLE
4.19%
MASTERCARD
3.20%
HOME DEPOT
3.10%
VISA INCORPORATION
3.05%
ASML HOLDING
2.96%
TOYOTA
2.70%
APPLIED MATERIAL
1.95%
ARISTA NETWORKS
1.69%
ZGRN
NVIDIA
6.33%
APPLE
4.60%
MICROSOFT-T
3.56%
AMAZON.COM INC
2.78%
ALPHABET INC-CL
2.50%
BROADCOM LIMITED
2.13%
TWN SEMICONT MAN
1.86%
ALPHABET INC-CL
1.84%
META PLATFORMS
1.70%
TESLA
1.52%
Diversification
ETHI
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 195 total
37.83%
ZGRN
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 578 total
28.83%
Characteristics
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ETHI
ZGRN
| Provider | Global X | BMO |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | Nasdaq Future Global Sustainability Leaders USD TR Index- USD | MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned Index NTR - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.82% | 0.90% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | Yes |
| Inception Date | October 31, 2018 | January 17, 2022 |
Frequently asked questions about ETHI and ZGRN
Which ETF has performed better year to date: ETHI or ZGRN?
As of June 8, 2026, ETHI has returned 2.87% year to date, while ZGRN has returned 8.04%. ZGRN is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: ETHI or ZGRN?
As of June 8, 2026, ETHI manages $95.27 M in assets, while ZGRN manages $7.28 M. ETHI is the larger fund by AUM.
How are ETHI and ZGRN managed?
ETHI is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Nasdaq Future Global Sustainability Leaders USD TR Index- USD benchmark. ZGRN is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned Index NTR - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do ETHI and ZGRN emphasize?
ETHI is most exposed to Information Technology, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary. ZGRN is most exposed to Information Technology, Financials, and Communication Services.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: ETHI or ZGRN?
Year to date, ETHI has seen -$7.13 M in net flows, compared with +$1.53 M for ZGRN. ZGRN has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of ETHI and ZGRN compare?
ETHI has an expense ratio of 0.65%, while ZGRN has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
What are the top holdings of ETHI and ZGRN?
ETHI's largest holdings include BROADCOM LIMITED, NVIDIA, and APPLE. ZGRN's top holdings include NVIDIA, APPLE, and ALPHABET INC-CL.
Which ETF is more diversified: ETHI or ZGRN?
ETHI holds 195 securities, while ZGRN holds 539. On holdings count, ZGRN is the more diversified portfolio.
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